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Pesto alla genovese
Pesto alla genovese by Lidl provides 392 kcal per 100 g, with 2.8 g of sugars and 7 g of protein. Its Nutri-Score is D and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Green pestos category and comes in a 190g pack. Contains: eggs, milk, nuts.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Category avg |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 392 kcal | 459 −15% |
| Total fat | 44 g | 45.6 |
| Saturated fat | 7.5 g | 7.2 |
| Carbohydrates | 6.6 g | 6.3 |
| Total sugars | 2.8 g | 2.6 +6% |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 0.9 −100% |
| Dietary fiber | 1 g | 2.4 −58% |
| Protein | 7 g | 5.3 +32% |
| Salt | 1.4 g | 2.4 −43% |
*% Daily Value for 100 g, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 660 Green pestos products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other green pestos
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Olio di semi di girasole, 33% basilico, anacardi (noci di acagiù), 7,4% formaggio "Grana Padano DOP" (latte, sale, caglio, conservante: lisozima da uovo*) siero del latte, 1% pinoli, 1% olio extra vergine di oliva, 1% formaggio "Pecorino Romano DOP" (contiene latte), sale, zucchero, correttore di acidità: acido lattico; aromi naturali, proteine del latte, antiossidante: acido ascorbico. *Da allevamento a terra. Può contenere tracce di arachidi e altra frutta a guscio, SENZA GLUTINE.
- Allergens
- EggsMilkNuts
- May contain traces
- NutsPeanuts
Additives 2
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 190g
- Labels & certifications
- No glutenFree range
- Sold in
- Italy
- Barcode
- 20850463
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Pesto alla genovese?
Pesto alla genovese contains 392 kcal per 100 g.
How much sugar is in Pesto alla genovese?
Pesto alla genovese has 2.8 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Pesto alla genovese healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of D (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Pesto alla genovese vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Pesto alla genovese contain?
According to the label data it contains: Eggs, Milk, Nuts. It may also contain traces of peanuts. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 14, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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